Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Observation Unit (COU)

️ Exciting 13-Week Travel RN Opportunity | Days | $75/hr | Northwest Medical Center

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in Cardiac Observation, ICU, PACU, Telemetry, Cath Lab, or Surgery Center? Take your skills to the next level with this exciting 13-week travel assignment at Northwest Medical Center!

Join a high-acuity Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) where you’ll play a critical role in caring for patients before and after cardiac procedures while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Assignment Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Observation Unit

• Location: Arizona

• Contract: 13 Weeks

• Hours: 36 Hours/Week

• Shift: Days

• Shift Times: 0600–1830, 0700–1930, or 0800–2030

• Start Date:ASAP / July 13, 2026

• Call: Rotational, approximately once every 6 weeks; may be as frequent as once every 4 weeks

• Weekend Call: Saturday 0700–1700 and Sunday 0700–1400

About the Cardiac Observation Unit

The Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) provides specialized care for Cath Lab patients before and after procedures. This is a fast-paced environment caring for high-risk, high-acuity cardiac patients.

The team takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care and achieving superb outcomes. Nurses may also assist with bedside procedures including:

• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)

• Cardioversions (CV)

• Post-cardiac catheterization recovery

• Conscious sedation recovery

Key Responsibilities

• Admit and assess patients entering the Cardiac Observation Unit.

• Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, including chart review, pre-procedure checklists, IV initiation, and access-site preparation.

• Prepare patients for cardioversions and TEE procedures.

• Recover patients following cardiac catheterization procedures involving conscious sedation.

• Assist with bedside procedures by sedating, circulating, and documenting care for CV and TEE procedures.

• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions within RN scope of practice.

• Monitor patients closely and recognize changes in condition promptly.

• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.

• Provide comprehensive discharge education and instructions.

• Complete accurate nursing documentation and ensure safe physical discharge.

• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary cardiac care team to promote excellent patient outcomes.

Must-Have Requirements

• Active Arizona RN license or Compact RN license

• BLS certification

• ACLS certification

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity cardiac environment

• Flexibility to participate in the required rotational call schedule

Backgrounds Considered

Candidates with experience in the following areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis:

• PACU

• ICU

• Telemetry

• Cath Lab

• Surgery Center

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an RN looking to expand their cardiac and procedural experience while working in a specialized observation environment. If you thrive in high-acuity settings, enjoy procedural nursing, and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, this COU assignment could be a great fit for you!

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and let’s get you submitted!

Contact Recruiter

Barbra

Email: Barbra.p@talentedmedicalsolutions.com

Call/Text: 520-762-6168